§ 60. Mr. Brandon-Bravoasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what evidence he has that local authorities are giving preference to direct labour organisation tenders; and if he will introduce further measures to secure equal treatment for private contractors.
§ Mr. GowWe are aware that a number of authorities have passed over lowest tenders in favour of their own direct labour organisations. My right hon. Friend will consider using his powers under section 17 of the Local Government, Planning and. Land Act 1980 against authorities which persist in this practice.